Chelsea striking starlet says he would welcome Manchester United’s Rooney at the club

Lukaku would not be fazed by the competition the Englishman would bring.

Despite only just being offered a first team chance at Chelsea, Romelu Lukaku reveals the striker would still welcome competition in the shape of Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney.

Lukaku has returned to Stamford Bridge following a successful loan spell at West Bromwich Albion last term and whilst the forward is already competing for a spot up-front with Fernando Torres and Demba Ba, the Belgian would also like to see Rooney in west London.

“You know when you are playing for a team like Chelsea, there is going to be competition,” the 20-year-old was quoted on ITV Sport.

“It is the manager’s choice. You have to accept that you have to work hard to make it a successful squad. If he is part of our team I will welcome him with open arms.”